Colorado has a history of being proactive in response to the HIV/AIDS pandemic. CAP, NCAP, S-CAP, and WestCAP have consciously decided to merge as a way of improving services rather than reacting to federal and state mandates and future changes in funding.
The key to successful integration between multiple organizations is the desire to move beyond where they stand now and together move forward to create a truly new organization responding to needs being driven by today’s climate. The degree of success achieved historically has depended on how well the organization is equipped to deal with and capitalize on the powerful and widespread change needed to elevate the organization.
This merger will increase our voice. The hope is that national funders, lawmakers, individuals will hear our voice and respond. Their response will have a large impact on individuals living with, or at risk of, HIV in the state of Colorado. Through increased efficiencies and funding, together the new statewide Colorado AIDS Project will be able to respond more efficiently than at any point in our histories.
CAP will be the largest provider of HIV/AIDS case management, prevention and advocacy services in the state of Colorado. It’s a very exciting time here at CAP and we hope that you join with us in taking part in this historic occasion.
